Selbstbildnis vor rotem Hintergrund 1906

"Selbstbildnis vor rotem Hintergrund" is a self-portrait by Egon Schiele created in 1906. The painting shows Schiele as a young man, depicted with a characteristically elongated body and expressive features. The bright red background intensifies the introspective mood of the subject, highlighting the artist's preoccupation with self-exploration and the themes of alienation and isolation that would become central to his work. This early self-portrait is a testament to Schiele's unique artistic vision, demonstrating his signature style of depicting human figures in a raw and intensely personal manner.